Case Study: Silent Knight Fire Protection
In June 2007, Holly Lane Apartments in Cedonia, Md., a 170-unit community comprised of one- and two-bedroom units, began renovation to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines.
Energy-Efficient Top-Load Washers from Maytag
Maytag’s latest model of high-efficiency top-load washers and steam dryers, Bravos, is CEE Tier III energy qualified, offering the highest efficiency in the industry, delivering 70 percent water and 67 percent energy savings.
New Patterns from Symphony Contract Wallcovering
Symphony Contract Wallcovering has recently introduced three new patterns: Rhythm, Minuet and Impromptu.
Induction Cooktops from Fagor
Fagor America has recently added three new models to its line of ultra-efficient induction cooktops. The new additions include a 12-in. cooktop with a stainless-steel trim and 30-in. and 36-in. cooktops with a beveled glass edge (no trim). The 12-in. cooktop features two burners; the 30-in. features four burners, and the 36-in. features five burners.
Sandpiper Studios' Introduces Sustainable 'Eco Chic' Wallpaper
Sandpiper Studios recently introduced Eco Chic, a wallpaper collection printed on paper from sustainable forests. Each pattern is printed with water-based, non-toxic inks.
Maytag's TurboVent Technology Makes Drying Efficient
Maytag Commercial Laundry has developed its newest line of super-capacity dryers using its TurboVent Technology. The TurboVent Technology offers 100 ft. of venting capability to provide maximum performance and shorter drying times, while helping save energy costs in many poorly vented situations.
Mr. Bamboo Introduces VOC- and Formaldehyde-Free Bamboo Flooring
Mr. Bamboo Inc. has introduced its BamLoc, a 100 percent strand-woven, “click” bamboo floor. Designed to lock together, BamLock is reportedly easy to install on any type of subfloor.
Wind Crest’s Gas Cooktops
Wind Crest’s new line of "gas drop-in" cooktops are designed to preserve cabinet space, making them ideal for apartments and condos. The stainless steel finish cooktops are available in both a 30- and 36-in. width. The 30-in. five-burner model provides more than 63,000 BTUs of power and the 36-in. five-burner model provides more than 69,000 BTUs.
Kitchen Cabinetry from Snaidero
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Club Car Introduces Street-Legal, Electric Low-Speed Vehicles
Club Car, an Atlanta-based manufacturer of electric- and gasoline-powered utility vehicles, has introduced a new low-speed vehicle (LSV), Carryall LSV, as an alternative means of transportation for facility managers at large communities.
Tile Redi’s Barrier-Free Shower Pans
Tile Redi’s new line of “barrier-free products is expected to make entering the shower easier, as well as minimize potential accidents.
American Valve’s Scald Prevention Bath Line
American Valve’s new product line, called HotStop Scald Prevention, features faucets, tub spouts, showerheads and hand showers, all of which contain a patent-pending temperature actuated flow control (TAFR) feature certified to ASSE Standard 1062.
Treeborn Mosaic Flooring Provides Cushioned Hardwood Floor
Made with end-grain African hardwood, Treeborn Mosaic Flooring is comprised of a collection of mosaic tiles sealed with a flexible polymer grouting, Flexi-Grout, over an optional cushion layer of varying thicknesses.
American Standard Offers Compact, High-Efficiency Lavatory
The Compact Cadet 3 one-piece toilet from American Standard is a high-efficiency lavatory that meets the requirements for WaterSense labeling, using 20 percent less water than standard 1.6 gpf (gallons per flush) models.
RentGrow’s Tenant Screening Solution
ScreeningWorks, a new Web-based tenant screening solution for independent rental owners (IROs) and managers from RentGrow Inc offers access to comprehensive and affordable background screening that improves their decision-making process for finding the most qualified tenants.
Bright Ideas
Does your lighting save energy, reduce operating costs and increase occupancy? As property owners, investors and managers strive for energy efficiency and cost savings, lighting becomes an increasingly significant factor.
Indoor-Outdoor Lounger from Barcelona-based Grupo Kettal
The Kettal XXL indoor-outdoor furniture collection from Barcelona-based Grupo Kettal is designed to combine comfort with adaptability.
Safe-T-element: A Fire Prevention System
Pioneering Technology’s Safe-T-element is an affordable fire prevention system for the electric stove. It minimizes the risk of fire with round, cast iron plates that fit over each burner, plus individual controllers to regulate temperature.
Hansgrohe Introduces Low-Flow Versions of Croma 100 Series
Hansgrohe recently introduced low-flow versions of its Croma 100 showerheads and handshowers.
Delta’s Touch-Sensitive Kitchen Faucet
Delta's new Pilar pull-down kitchen faucet with Touch2O technology is designed to be a smarter, cleaner and more efficient way to work in the kitchen. Its Touch2O technology enables users to start and stop the flow of water with a tap anywhere on the spout or the handle, making it easier to turn off the water flow when hands are dirty or when water flow is not needed between tasks, saving water and energy.
Rheem’s Water Heating System
Rheem’s solar water heating systems, called Rheem Solaraide, combines a storage tank with one or two collector panels. The system operates without pumps or controllers, relying instead on the natural process of convection – also called indirect thermosiphoning – to circulate the heat-transfer fluid.
Trans Ceramica Introduces Mosaic Tiles
Designed to complement its existing GranitiFiandre and TCL products, Trans Ceramica’s new mosaic tiles offer metal, pebble, glass, stone and iridescent elements.
Wind Crest Introduces Energy-Efficient Induction Cooktops
Induction cooktops are reportedly more energy efficient than traditional electric cooktops because they heat up quickly and the pan or pot conducts the energy. Whereas traditional electric coil elements are 50 to 55 percent energy efficient, induction cooktops by comparison are 90 percent efficient on average.
Hakatai’s New Collection of Mixed-Media Mosaic Tiles
The Horizon series from Hakatai features mixed-media mosaic blends, offering blends of glass, glass and metal, and glass and stone. The random blends offer versatility and color options of glass mosaic tile, combined with the diversity of textures presented by polished stone, stainless steel or copper mosaics.
Surface Appeal
"We have seen a trend towards kitchens becoming more open," says Brad Horner, president of Atlanta-based Coldwell Banker The Condo Store. With that in mind, developers and architects are increasingly viewing the kitchen as the residence's focal point, placing more emphasis on its aesthetic appeal.
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